Over 76,000 affected by severe weather across 11 districts in SL

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By: Isuru Parakrama

October 13, Colombo (LNW): The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) has reported that adverse weather conditions have severely impacted 76,218 individuals from 18,795 families across 11 districts in Sri Lanka.

Torrential rains, strong winds, and floods have caused widespread disruption, damaging homes and displacing residents in affected regions.

Emergency response teams have been mobilised to assist those in need, with the DMC coordinating relief efforts to provide shelter, food, and medical aid to affected communities.

Authorities have urged residents to remain vigilant as weather patterns remain unpredictable, with further warnings issued for potential landslides and flooding in vulnerable areas.

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